Question

In spoken english ,there are several difference between Brit

Answer 1

In British English the present perfect is used to express an action that has occurred in the recent past that has an effect on the present moment.For example:

I've lost my key.Can you help me look for it?

In American English the following is also possible:

I lost my key.Can you help me look for it?

In British English the above would be considered incorrect.However,both forms are generally accepted in standard American English.Other differences involving the use of the present perfect in British English and simple past in American English include already,just and yet.

British English:

I've just had lunch

I've already seen that film

Have you finished your homework yet?

American English:

I just had lunch OR I've just had lunch

I've already seen that film OR I already saw that film.

Have your finished your homework yet?OR Did you finish your homework yet?